Rachel
Chicago
Social Engagement Manager - Apparel/Fashion, Sears Holdings Corp.
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Mehul Kar
Never Downplay Yourself. Ever.
http://www.mehulkar.com/offtherecord/2010/04/never-downplay-yourself-ever/
Sabera (Kapasi) Photographer
I've always wanted to know what fellow gen-y'ers think about this: Do you behave differently at work and outside? Are there dimensions of your personality that you control / curb at the workplace?
Rachel:
I remember being at a party once, and I realized that I was having a VERY difficult time talking about anything besides work, and I had my ...MoreI remember being at a party once, and I realized that I was having a VERY difficult time talking about anything besides work, and I had my 'networking' voice on. It was then that I realized that I didn't have the appropriate balance in my life to be able to turn the work behaviors and social behaviors off and on as required. It's a great point to bring up, and also a great one to measure by your work/life balance - because it is indeed a balance.
111 weeks ago
111 weeks ago
Sabera (Kapasi) Photographer:
@Gia - I remember feeling exactly like how you felt when I started out with professional work after college. The good part was I was always ...More@Gia - I remember feeling exactly like how you felt when I started out with professional work after college. The good part was I was always over-cautious and as a result formal initially. Yes, I felt stifled, but as I got to know more of my team, I opened up and realized I was truly being myself with them.
@Kate - you said it. One has to adapt to different situations all the time. It's like playing different 'roles' everytime you are in a different social setting. I realized how important this really was after I got married :-)
@Rachel - It still is a challenge to me on how to give away just enough info about my life outside work to professional contacts, just so that I don't come across and boring and stuck-up. Maintaining that balance is key. You can't give away too much, and you want to keep what you share to neutral ground. I struggle too.
111 weeks ago
@Kate - you said it. One has to adapt to different situations all the time. It's like playing different 'roles' everytime you are in a different social setting. I realized how important this really was after I got married :-)
@Rachel - It still is a challenge to me on how to give away just enough info about my life outside work to professional contacts, just so that I don't come across and boring and stuck-up. Maintaining that balance is key. You can't give away too much, and you want to keep what you share to neutral ground. I struggle too.
111 weeks ago
Rachel
Hi everyone! I finally created a LinkedIn group for my blog, TheWorkingWardrobe, to create discussion and also assist in promoting my business wardrobe consulting company. I'd love for you to join and build the group (and of course hear your feedback)! http://www.linkedin.com/groups?gid=2796037&trk=myg_ugrp_ovrtrk=myg_ugrp_...
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Rachel,
I'm not sure where you are or whether this matters... but the name Working Wardrobes is also the name for a non-profit here in Orange ...MoreRachel,
I'm not sure where you are or whether this matters... but the name Working Wardrobes is also the name for a non-profit here in Orange County which supplies work clothes for people looking for jobs but who don't have the money to buy clothes to interview/work in...
116 weeks ago
I'm not sure where you are or whether this matters... but the name Working Wardrobes is also the name for a non-profit here in Orange ...MoreRachel,
I'm not sure where you are or whether this matters... but the name Working Wardrobes is also the name for a non-profit here in Orange County which supplies work clothes for people looking for jobs but who don't have the money to buy clothes to interview/work in...
116 weeks ago
Rachel:
I really like you blog Marci! Great tips and content - thanks so much for sharing!
117 weeks ago
117 weeks ago
Rachel Baker
For the nerdy chicagoans out there the Chicago Nerd Social Club has some fun events going in the upcoming weeks (including a beer tasting and Pi(e) Day): http://www.chicagonerds.com
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Chris Hughes
What's the best personal development book you've read lately?
Alison Rayner:
I am reading the Happiness Project right now. I am really connecting with the author (central character) and think it will really help my outlook ...MoreI am reading the Happiness Project right now. I am really connecting with the author (central character) and think it will really help my outlook on life. It also appeals to the organizer in me. : )
110 weeks ago
110 weeks ago
Scott Rafferty:
Currently I'm reading two oldie-but-goodie books that I read on a bi-annual basis: "The Art of Living" - Teachings from the Stoic philosopher ...MoreCurrently I'm reading two oldie-but-goodie books that I read on a bi-annual basis: "The Art of Living" - Teachings from the Stoic philosopher Epictetus, and "The Little Prince" by Antoine de Saint-Exupery.
In more contemporary literature I would have to say Jim Loehr's "Power of Story" has been the most influential to me.
110 weeks ago
In more contemporary literature I would have to say Jim Loehr's "Power of Story" has been the most influential to me.
110 weeks ago
Rachel
Hi everyone! I went to a fantastic networking event last night and I wanted to share the information on the speaker as he had a lot of great things to say on being accountable in business - it was really insightful and makes you think how important accountability is in the workplace not just from others but from yourself. Check out partnersinleadership.com or the book The Oz Principle by Craig Hickman (he was the speaker). Really good stuff for us striving to make a difference in the workforce!
Rachel
@rachelyeomans and @theworkwardrobe
Z. Kelly Queijo
Greetings to everyone in the Entrepreneurs group! I just joined and look forward to this open exchange. I started SmartCollegeVisit.com as a travel planning and information site for college-bound teens and their families. The blog and information phase launched in Nov. The next phase will bring college search and travel booking tools. If you have any stories you'd like to share about your experiences visiting colleges, whether as a teen or future grad student, I'd love to chat with you.
Rachel
Hi everyone! I'm new to Brazen Careerist and excited to be part of the Entrepreneurs group! I own a business fashion consulting company (RachelAnnaConsulting.com), and am anxious to connect with others, glean some expertise and establish profitable partnerships! Any thoughts/feedback is greatly appreciated. Thanks so much and I hope everyone had a lovely holiday weekend!
Coach Al Johnson:
Welcome Rachel!
Perhaps you and I could partner. I would interested in any advice you would have for my young professional audience around ...MoreWelcome Rachel!
Perhaps you and I could partner. I would interested in any advice you would have for my young professional audience around "dressing for success." Maybe a guest blog post from you would be cool! Fan me and shoot me a message with a little more about what you do.
See YOU at the top,
Coach Al Johnson
www.coachaljohnson.com
www.inspiratude.com
125 weeks ago
Perhaps you and I could partner. I would interested in any advice you would have for my young professional audience around ...MoreWelcome Rachel!
Perhaps you and I could partner. I would interested in any advice you would have for my young professional audience around "dressing for success." Maybe a guest blog post from you would be cool! Fan me and shoot me a message with a little more about what you do.
See YOU at the top,
Coach Al Johnson
www.coachaljohnson.com
www.inspiratude.com
125 weeks ago
Rachel:
Hi Al,
That sounds great! Thanks for the idea and I'll send you a message shortly.
Rachel
125 weeks ago
125 weeks ago
Rachel
Hi everyone! I'm new to Brazen Careerist and excited to make connections through The Windy City Crew! I'm a business fashion consultant (RachelAnnaConsulting.com) and am looking to establish business connections and network - any thoughts/feedback are greatly appreciated! Thanks so much! I hope everyone had a lovely holiday weekend!
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Hello,
Thanks for replying. I am a sales coordinator at the Fairfield Inn and Suites in downtown Chicago. Let me know when a good time for you is.
124 weeks ago
124 weeks ago
Rachel:
Hi Mike, I just became your fan. Can you please fan me so we can correspond via private message? I would like a better idea of what you do as a ...MoreHi Mike, I just became your fan. Can you please fan me so we can correspond via private message? I would like a better idea of what you do as a sales coordinator and how you work with others so I can have something to go off of. Thanks so much! Hope you had a great New Year!
124 weeks ago
124 weeks ago
Rachel
Hi everyone! I'm new to the site as well and am excited about joining YPC. I am a business fashion consultant in Chicago (RachelAnnaConsulting.com) and am looking to connect with others in the area! I hope everyone had a wonderful holiday weekend!
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